The Band Dads Podcast

From Camp to Competition


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In this episode of the Band Dads Podcast, we’re once again joined by Darrin Davis — one of the premier minds in the marching arts, current DCI and BOA judge, and the former director of the four-time Grand National Champion Pride of Broken Arrow.

Together, we dive into what happens starting at camp and go through the competition season:

  • What is the true objective by the time students leave those long, hot summer days?
  • How much influence do judges’ critiques really have on shaping a show?
  • Are show moments ever deliberately held back for maximum impact later in the season?
  • How late can changes still be made?
  • And the big question: is a show ever really finished?

Darrin brings a candid and refreshing perspective, revealing that while the details may vary, the heart of the activity never changes — and it’s not about chasing the highest score. It’s about growth, experience, and creating something unforgettable together.

This is not just “part two” — it’s the rest of the story.

Thank you to the Coyote Pride from Campo Verde High School in Gilbert Arizona for our intro this week!

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